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Don’t Miss The French Broad River Brewery Holiday Market

December 2, 2025

The holidays are right around the corner, and we’re celebrating the best way we know how… with community, creativity, craft beer, and great music. Join us on Saturday, December 13th as we open early for a special Holiday Market from 11 AM – 4 PM right here in the taproom!

✨ Shop Local. Sip Local. Celebrate Local.

Local artists and makers will be set up …


French Broad River Pizza is Back! A Delicious Comeback After Hurricane Helene

November 5, 2025

After a long, challenging year of rebuilding, we are beyond excited to announce that French Broad River Pizza is officially open again! Nestled on the back deck of French Broad River Brewery, our in-house pizzeria is ready to welcome you with fresh, hand-tossed pizzas made daily with love!

The past year hasn’t been easy. Hurricane Helene left its mark on our community and our …


WLOS, featuring French Broad River Brewery: “French Broad River Brewery returns, welcoming locals back to their ‘third place'”

April 25, 2025

We’re honored to be featured in a recent WLOS story highlighting our long-awaited reopening after the devastating flooding from Hurricane Helene. The piece shares how much this space means to our community, what it took to rebuild after several months of closure, and what it feels like to finally welcome everyone back to their “third place.” It also highlights the return of our beloved flagship …


Citizen Times Featuring French Broad River Brewery: “French Broad River Brewery reopens for first time after Helene, Swannanoa River flood”

April 16, 2025

We’re proud to share that French Broad River Brewery was recently featured in an article by Asheville Citizen‑Times, which highlights our reopening after the rebuilding post-Hurricane Helene. The story touches on our “new look,” the concerts and events we’re already hosting, and how thrilled we are to welcome back our community after a long recovery.

We’re deeply grateful for all the support – locals, …


Golf Tournament

September 9, 2024


AVL Music Hall Presents: BEATS ANTIQUE

May 20, 2023

When: Sunday, September 17th 2023 (Show 6:30PM // GA Doors: 5:30PM // VIP Doors: 5PM)

Where: French Broad River Brewery (OUTSIDE)

Tickets: General Admission $32/$37 // VIP: $85

Parking Add-On: $10 limited on-site parking available

ALL AGES (12 years old and under, free admission per purchased ticket)

Event Landing Page: https://www.ashevillemusichall.com/beatsantique-asheville/

Asheville Music Hall presents Beats Antique at French Broad River Brewery …


Expanded Food Offerings Alongside Local Partners

January 16, 2023

We are pleased to introduce our newest food partner: French Broad River Pizza. Located in the former Papa Nick’s space onsite here at the taproom, French Broad River Pizza offers hot slices made to order, whole pies for sharing over some live music, and many more options such as salads and apps. 

French Broad River Pizza is a collaboration between French Broad River Brewery and …


Holiday Vendor Market

December 3, 2022

Come Join us DEC. 3rd & 17th 2-7pm in the taproom for some Holiday shopping!

Lots of local artists and vendors will be setting up booths to sell their goods while you enjoy a pint or two.

All Ages, No Cover and Food available from Original Papa Nicks

December 3, 2022


Poor Boaters Rations

August 1, 2018

We are proud to brew this beer with our friends French Broad Adventures. This beer is a Juicy Session IPA for all the boaters and fans of boaters all around. ?Poor Boaters Rations (PBR) ? Released Wednesday August 1st in our Tap Room and local bars around WNC. So be on the look out for this tasty beer and know 10% of all sales are …


Introducing a Refreshed Brand at Brewgrass Festival

September 15, 2017

On Saturday, September 16th, French Broad River Brewery will preview their newly redesigned brand at the Asheville Brewgrass Festival. Since taking over ownership in June, Paul Casey and his wife Sarah engaged with a North Carolina advertising agency to refresh the brand.

“The first thing we did was add the word River back into the name. And everything about the brand design, …